Are you a DStv subscriber looking for convenient ways to pay your subscription online? With over 20 million DStv customers across Africa, MultiChoice offers several options to help you stay current on your account and avoid interruptions to your favorite shows. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the various methods to pay for DStv online in South Africa, Kenya, Ghana, and Nigeria.
Paying for DStv Online in South Africa
South African DStv subscribers can choose from multiple online payment methods:
1. Quickteller DStv Billing
Quickteller is one of the most popular platforms for paying your DStv subscription online. Here’s how to use it:
- Visit www.quickteller.com/DStv and select your desired package.
- Enter your email address, smartcard number, and cell phone number.
- Log in to your DStv account with your name and account number, then click “PAY.”
- Select your debit card type (Mastercard, Verve, or Interswitch) and enter your card details.
- Click “PAY” to complete the transaction.
Your DStv account will be updated, and any necessary reconnections will occur shortly after payment.
2. DStv Payment via USSD
You can also pay for your DStv using your bank’s USSD code. Here are the codes for some major South African banks:
- ABSA Bank: 1202272#
- First National Bank (FNB): 120321#
- Standard Bank: 1202345#
- Nedbank: 120002#
Simply dial the appropriate code and follow the on-screen prompts to complete your DStv payment.
3. One-Time Credit Card Payment
To pay for DStv online using a one-time credit card charge:
- Visit www.DStv.co.za/myDStv/#my-account/view-balance and click “Sign In.”
- Log in with your email address or phone number and password.
- Select the credit card option and enter your DStv account number as the payment reference.
4. Internet Banking (EFT)
You can also pay for DStv using internet banking or electronic funds transfer (EFT). Here’s an example using Nedbank eBills:
- Log in to your Nedbank online banking account.
- From the main menu, choose “eBills,” then click “Subscribe.”
- Select DStv from the list of subscription bills.
- Make your payment.
Note that it may take up to 48 hours for your payment to reflect, but your DStv service should be restored immediately upon confirmation.
Paying for DStv Online in Kenya
Kenyan DStv subscribers can pay online using various methods, including:
- Mobile Banking Apps (Diamond Trust Bank, I&M Bank, Rafiki Bank, KCB Bank, Barclays)
- M-Pesa
- DStv Self-Service (Mobile App, USSD, WhatsApp)
- Kadipay
Each method involves logging into your respective account, selecting the DStv payment option, entering your smartcard or customer number, and completing the transaction.
Paying for DStv Online in Ghana
Ghanaian DStv subscribers can pay online using:
- MTN Mobile Money
- AirtelTigo
- Vodacash
- ADB (for ADB customers)
- E-tranzact platform
Follow the prompts associated with each payment method to enter your account details and complete the transaction.
Paying for DStv Online in Nigeria
Nigerian DStv subscribers can pay online using:
- USSD codes (e.g., GTB customers can dial *737#)
- MyDStv Mobile App
- Online and Mobile Banking
- Web-based payment services (PAGA, Quickteller, JumiaPay, KongaPay, eTranzact, PayU)
Log in to your preferred platform, select the DStv payment option, enter your smartcard number and other required details, and complete the payment process.
Troubleshooting Tips
If your DStv service doesn’t reconnect immediately after making an online payment, try the following:
- Use the MyDStv Mobile App to resolve errors.
- Contact DStv support via WhatsApp (060 060 3788).
- Use the DStv live chat feature on their website.
- Dial the USSD code 12068584# for error clearing and account reactivation.
- Reach out to DStv on social media for assistance.
Paying for GOtv Online
In addition to DStv, MultiChoice also offers online payment options for GOtv subscriptions. The process is similar across various countries:
- South Africa: Use FNB USSD (120321#) or other online banking methods.
- Kenya: Follow the same steps as DStv payments, selecting GOtv as the service.
- Ghana: Use the E-tranzact platform, MTN Mobile Money, or Airtel Money.
- Nigeria: Utilize the same methods as DStv payments.